Bachelor's Degrees

Earning a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Kaplan University could provide you with the business foundation and strategies to pursue career development. Our programs are designed and taught by professors with first-hand industry knowledge and are reviewed by industry executives. This helps ensure your education reflects the top hiring priorities and needs of leading businesses. If you are interested in advancing your business career or exploring new job opportunities in a variety of fields, including banking, financial services, purchasing, and information technology, consider the online Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree program. Graduates may pursue entry-level positions in the accounting industry, including tax preparation firms and payroll departments. Courses cover accounting principles including new tax laws, financial statements, balance sheets, asset management, inventory analysis, accounting software, and cost-volume-profit analysis. Choose a degree concentration in auditing-forensic accountancy, managerial accountancy, public accountancy, or tax accountancy. The Bachelor of Science in Accounting is just one of the Kaplan University business programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), which demonstrates that Kaplan University has met standards of business education established by ACBSP that promote teaching excellence and continuous quality improvement.Request More Information »

Topics include how to detect, recognize, and prevent specific types of fraud committed against organizations and individuals. Combine your accounting and finance skills with law and investigative techniques to judge whether or not an activity is illegal. Graduates may work with law enforcement or lawyers, serving as an expert witness during trials.Request More Information »

At Kaplan University’s School of Business and Information Technology, our goal is to prepare you with the career skills that could heighten your effectiveness in your current role. We understand that a single unit or lesson on “people skills” is not enough to prepare you for the demands of the business world. That’s why our curriculum includes skill-building exercises and instruction focusing on topics such as leadership, teamwork, negotiation, professionalism, networking, and more. Personalize your degree by choosing a concentration that best fits your desired career path. Choose from human resources, sales management, retail management, and more. The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is just one of the Kaplan University business programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), which demonstrates that Kaplan University has met standards of business education established by ACBSP that promote teaching excellence and continuous quality improvement.Request More Information »

If you would like to pursue a career as a financial analyst who assesses the economic performance of companies and industries for firms and institutions with money to invest, consider this concentration.Request More Information »

Consider the human resources concentration if your desired position requires a thorough understanding of employment practices, personnel administration, employee training, compensation, and benefits.* The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has acknowledged that the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in human resources fully aligns with SHRM’s HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates.Request More Information »

If you are interested in studying how to address the broad spectrum of security and business continuity threats, including breaches in information security; accounting fraud; violations of municipal, state, and federal regulations; and destruction of physical premises or assets, consider this career focus area.Request More Information »

Choose the information systems management concentration if you are interested in managing systems development, including controlling the life expectancy of systems, and stakeholder expectations within organizations and government agencies.Request More Information »

The investment concentration is designed to expose you to concepts and methodologies used in portfolio management and securities analysis. You will study the importance of analyzing trends in capital markets and the global economy as well as how legislation, regulations, and principles of practices impact decisions made in the securities industry. This program covers topics that could help you pursue a professional financial designation including the CAIA charter or CFA.Request More Information »

If you are interested in studying the business process management model, effective strategies for human resource management, and the concepts and principles involved in analyzing and implementing a marketing strategy, consider this concentration.Request More Information »

If you would like to pursue employment or career advancement in firms that emphasize the sale and marketing of products and services to consumers, businesses, and industries, consider this concentration.Request More Information »

If you are interested in studying management techniques as they apply to information systems, operations, and supply chains, and examining the basics of financial statement analysis, consider this concentration.Request More Information »

Consider the project management concentration if your desired position requires you to oversee elements of a project by defining the project’s goals, creating a plan, monitoring progress, and closing out the project when completed.Request More Information »

As the real estate market rebounds, so may career opportunities for professionals with the right skills and training. The real estate concentration teaches the foundations of real estate, including sales, market analysis, finance, ethics, law, and more. Courses could help prepare you to sit for national real estate or broker license exams.Request More Information »

If you would like to pursue a career as a risk management analyst who oversees programs to minimize risks and losses that might arise from financial transactions and business operations, consider this career focus area.*

* Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for job advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Additional training or certification may be required.Request More Information »

This concentration is designed to expose you to the key processes of supply chain management and logistics including the planning and management of all activities involved in sourcing and procurement, conversion, and logistics management as well as the information systems needed to coordinate these activities. You will develop an understanding of the procurement, maintenance, and transportation of materials, facilities, and personnel, and apply quantitative and qualitative managerial methods applicable to global supply chain management.Request More Information »

Have a keen business sense and a desire to help clients manage their assets wisely? The wealth management concentration offers you a broad background in techniques and strategies to help you pursue opportunities in financial planning, risk management and insurance, professional selling, corporate finance, and investments.Request More Information »

The supervision, counseling, and rehabilitation of both juvenile and adult offenders as well as community corrections, probation, and parole are just some of the many career options available in corrections. If this is your calling, a Bachelor of Science in Corrections from Kaplan University may be right for you. Whether you currently work in corrections or wish to start a career, education and training is essential to a sound understanding of the correctional system, its processes, and rehabilitation alternatives.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in criminal justice and a broad liberal arts education to help prepare you for a new career or advancement within the field.* The web-based baccalaureate program is taught by faculty who bring years of experience in the criminal justice field and help you build your professional skills and knowledge in many areas, including these concentrations: crime scene investigation, forensic psychology, homeland security, juvenile justice, and law enforcement.Request More Information »

Study techniques for locating, collecting, and analyzing crime scene evidence used in courts of law. Identify boundaries of a crime scene and review the principles of searching the crime scene for specific types of evidence, identifiable forensic material, and other items of evidentiary value. As a graduate, you could pursue a crime investigation position in a law enforcement organization.Request More Information »

Focus on enhancing your ability to identify and interact with mentally ill individuals, intervene in crisis situations, and understand the impact of crime on its victims and the community. As a graduate, you could pursue positions within police departments and law enforcement agencies, as well as opportunities in social services and the judicial system.Request More Information »

Examine the roots of terrorism, response methods to weapons of mass destruction and other disaster incidents, crisis negotiation, and conflict resolution. The program is designed to help prepare criminal justice professionals, military personnel, or businesspeople for new opportunities in the field of criminal justice, especially with multinational corporations.Request More Information »

Examine the roles, responsibilities, issues, and trends related to contemporary law enforcement organizations. Explore evidence and proof. Study trial proceedings, constitutional concepts, and criminal case law. As a graduate, you could pursue advanced positions within police departments and other law enforcement agencies.Request More Information »

Data breaches, cyberattacks, compromised personal information: these are some of the challenges companies, governments, and citizens face every day. Kaplan University’s Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity is a rigorous program designed to help you master the fundamentals of cybersecurity by applying industry-accepted and emerging practices to solve real-world security problems. Upon completion of the program, you will be able to evaluate security trends, recognize best practices, and understand IT security products and threats. Some career opportunities associated with this degree include: security analyst, network systems security administrator, security policy analyst, and more.Request More Information »

This online bachelor’s degree builds on the foundations of early childhood development best practices while also preparing you to become a leader in the early childhood field. Graduates can pursue opportunities in many different arenas, from operating or owning their own early childhood program to managing an early childhood agency or organization.Request More Information »

Build your expertise in environmental policy and prepare to expand your professional opportunities with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Policy and Management from Kaplan University.* A growing green economy in both the private and public sectors, and the associated regulations and incentives, is driving both the creation and modification of professional roles with required knowledge and accountability in environmental policy.† Our degree program offers an interdisciplinary opportunity to study environmental issues and policy by exploring the interrelationship between public and private sectors and society, economics, and the environment. Curriculum is updated regularly and our professors have real-world expertise in sustainability, environmental management, and policy to help ensure your classroom experience is both current and engaging. Our faculty and advisors will help you focus your studies to pursue careers in the public and private sectors where environmental policy and its management are relevant to an organization’s function.Request More Information »

The recovery of the American economy is expected to produce greater opportunities for careers in the financial sector. Kaplan University’s Bachelor of Science in Finance is a rigorous program designed to help you gain technical knowledge and skills in a wide range of financial areas, and to develop an understanding of the factors that influence financial decision making. As a student, you’ll have opportunities to grow and apply your critical-thinking skills to find solutions to a variety of financial problems. The curriculum covers subjects such as financial planning, corporate finance, banking, insurance, real estate, financial markets, and investment management. Available concentrations include: investments, wealth management, insurance, real estate, general finance, and an accelerated Master of Science in Finance (MSF) option. Some career opportunities associated with this degree include entry-level positions such as financial planner, portfolio manager, financial analyst, and more.Request More Information »

Develop skills and knowledge in finance in order to smoothly transition into the Master of Science in Finance program at Kaplan University. Courses focus on portfolio management, risk management, financial planning, and managerial economics.Request More Information »

Take elective courses a la carte to get a taste of different finance areas such as real estate, investments, insurance, and wealth management. You can develop basic knowledge and skills related to multiple facets of the financial industry.Request More Information »

Develop skills relevant to portfolio management and investment analysis. You will learn how to assess decision making approaches and techniques and apply them to financial situations. You will also study various investment alternatives, such as derivatives and mutual funds, and risk management techniques necessary to optimize an investment portfolio.Request More Information »

Develop the skills relevant to real estate sales and the real estate industry and apply them to various financial situations. You will learn to apply concepts and ideas directly related to the national real estate licensing examination.Request More Information »

Kaplan University is recognized by the U.S. Fire Administration as an official Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) institution. The Bachelor of Science in Fire and Emergency Management program closely follows the FESHE curriculum model and is designed for emergency services personnel who want to increase their administrative and management knowledge as well as occupational and life safety awareness. Faculty with years of experience in fire and emergency management help students prepare to face new challenges in the field, including technology, human resource management, and fiscal responsibility. This degree could help position you for advancement opportunities that may include chief and mid-level fire service personnel, emergency planner, or emergency program manager and director, depending on your prior work experience.* At Kaplan University, we believe in your talent and that you can drive change through your hard work and new degree to help you improve your marketability and pursue greater opportunities.Request More Information »

Earn your bachelor’s degree to pursue or enhance a career in fire services. Kaplan University is recognized by the U.S. Fire Administration as an official Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) institution. The program’s curriculum closely follows the FESHE model and includes analytical approaches to fire protection and investigation, the role of the fire service within the community, and the technical, legal, and social aspects of arson. Faculty with years of experience in fire science can help fire service professionals develop enhanced skills and a broad spectrum of knowledge in the field of fire science. Courses are taught online giving students the flexibility to study on their schedule.
This degree is designed for those entering the field who need to build foundational knowledge as well as those looking to advance their current career to pursue supervisory roles. A formal degree could be the stepping stone to your next career goal.* At Kaplan University, you could develop the knowledge to pursue your educational goals and new opportunities.Request More Information »

The online Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness degree could open the door to a range of career opportunities in health care-and health and wellness -related industries.* It is designed to offer you a solid foundation for graduate study or first-professional degrees.† Many approaches to health and wellness are explored, integrating the mind, body, and spirit. Critically evaluate scientific literature and research in wellness, prevention, and complementary health care; then discover how to use this knowledge to educate individuals and communities.Request More Information »

Kaplan University’s Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in the core disciplines of health care administration and management. The Kaplan University’s Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration could help prepare you to serve as a health care professional and to pursue supervisory roles industry-wide.* Insurance companies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health agencies, outpatient facilities, doctors’ offices, and many other employment settings may need college-educated professionals to run their day-to-day operations.Request More Information »

Kaplan University’s online Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management offers a solid foundation in planning, designing, managing, and evaluating electronic health information and data systems. The program is designed for students who are either looking for a fast-track program and have successfully completed a Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)-approved Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology program, or are looking for a 4-year program. The comprehensive curriculum focuses on information systems and technology for health care, management of health information, advanced reimbursement methodology, advanced health informatics, and organizational development for health care. You’ll learn from industry-experienced instructors who are committed to your academic and career success.* The program also includes an externship component that provides on-the-job experience at a hospital or health care facility.Request More Information »

Helping improve the quality of people’s lives is more than a worthwhile calling-it could be a very wise career decision. Kaplan University’s Bachelor of Science in Health Science online degree program is designed to help prepare you to pursue a wide variety of employment opportunities in health care-and health science-related industries.* Examine the principles of healthy living, and study to acquire the administrative, ethical, and professional skills to pursue leadership positions across the spectrum of health care.Request More Information »

Through the curriculum’s blending of theory and practice, students study how to critically explore the public and private policies that drive the day-to-day operations of human service agencies in this country and how they can best intervene on behalf of the clients they will serve. This program adheres to the curriculum standards of the Council of Standards in Human Service Education.*Request More Information »

The objective of this online degree program is to help prepare you to pursue career advancement in information technology by providing you with the knowledge, communication skills, critical-thinking skills, creative skills, and technical competencies relevant to the modern workplace. If you are interested in starting or advancing your technology career, the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program could help you meet your career goals.* In addition, you can personalize your degree by choosing a concentration that best fits your desired career path.Request More Information »

The objective of this online degree program is to help prepare you to pursue career advancement in information technology by providing you with the knowledge, communication skills, critical-thinking skills, creative skills, and technical competencies relevant to the modern workplace. If you are interested in starting or advancing your technology career, the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program could help you meet your career goals.* In addition, you can personalize your degree by choosing a concentration that best fits your desired career path.Request More Information »

Consider the information security and assurance concentration if your desired position requires you to investigate system vulnerabilities and implement solutions that provide protection against security attacks.Request More Information »

The objective of this online degree program is to help prepare you to pursue career advancement in information technology by providing you with the knowledge, communication skills, critical-thinking skills, creative skills, and technical competencies relevant to the modern workplace. If you are interested in starting or advancing your technology career, the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program could help you meet your career goals.* In addition, you can personalize your degree by choosing a concentration that best fits your desired career path.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies degree program could help you advance your career or prepare for a future career in business, government, health care, or legal services. Our outcomes-oriented curriculum was developed by professionals experienced in law, policy, and education and emphasizes the political, governmental, and constitutional framework of the American legal system, while helping you develop your communication, critical thinking, and research skills. You can also choose from elective courses that focus on a particular legal topic.Request More Information »

The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies degree program could help you advance your career or prepare for a future career in business, government, health care, or legal services. Our outcomes-oriented curriculum was developed by professionals experienced in law, policy, and education and emphasizes the political, governmental, and constitutional framework of the American legal system, while helping you develop your communication, critical thinking, and research skills. You can also choose from elective courses that focus on a particular legal topic.Request More Information »

Kaplan University understands that it is important to develop a variety of skills and basic knowledge of your chosen field. That is why Kaplan University offers you the chance to choose a combination of courses from a number of disciplines in the Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies degree program. This program is unique because it gives you the opportunity to transfer previously earned credits from an accredited college or university, or design a program of study based on a sequence of selected elective courses. Simply stated, Kaplan University lets you decide what you want to study. It is the power of choice. At Kaplan University, you can pursue your education goals and develop the confidence and knowledge to help drive change in your life and open the door to new career opportunities.Request More Information »

Developing specialized skills in a specific area of liberal studies may set you apart from other applicants in today's competitive job market. Customize your curriculum with electives designed to prepare you with the knowledge and skills to lead others in diverse settings. Courses examine organizational behavior, conflict management and team dynamics, strategic communication, and leadership in practice.Request More Information »

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree could help registered nurses (RNs) seek broader professional responsibilities and career opportunities. If you are an RN and want to advance your career, Kaplan University’s online Bachelor of Science in Nursing completion program could help you pursue new opportunities in specialized nursing and nursing management.* Study to enhance your critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to better meet the demands of patient care while you prepare for your future in nursing. The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Kaplan University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.aacn.nche.edu/ccne-accreditation).Request More Information »

Students can prepare for a career assisting those who suffer from substance abuse with a recognized degree by a national leader in the industry. Kaplan University is an NAADAC-approved education provider, and graduates will have met the coursework requirements to sit for the National Certified Addiction Counselor (NCAC), Level I and II certification exam.Request More Information »

Students can gain foundational skills that demonstrate their ability to address behavior, solve social problems, and foster relationships between individuals, families, or people in the community. The Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc., (BACB®) has approved the program’s course sequence as meeting the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® (BCaBA®) ExaminationRequest More Information »

Students can broaden their knowledge of the principles of psychology as they relate to business and organizational settings. Our program provides students with foundational knowledge that prepares them to seek a variety of human resource roles in business, government, and nonprofit organizations.Request More Information »

Kaplan University’s online Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management offers a solid foundation in planning, designing, managing, and evaluating electronic health information and data systems. The program is designed for students who are either looking for a fast-track program and have successfully completed a Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)-approved Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology program, or are looking for a 4-year program. The comprehensive curriculum focuses on information systems and technology for health care, management of health information, advanced reimbursement methodology, advanced health informatics, and organizational development for health care. You’ll learn from industry-experienced instructors who are committed to your academic and career success.* The program also includes an externship component that provides on-the-job experience at a hospital or health care facility.Request More Information »

Master's Degrees

Combine your current nursing skills with training in the safe, effective practice of primary care for the management of acute and chronic health problems of adult patients. As a student in this population focus area, you will participate in a clinical practice experience designed to provide you with an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting.Request More Information »

Combine your current nursing skills with training in the safe, effective practice of primary care for the management of acute and chronic health problems of adult patients. As a student in this population focus area, you will participate in a clinical practice experience designed to provide you with an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting.Request More Information »

Focus on the principles of personnel management, policy development and implementation, budgeting, and the use of information technology in advanced nursing roles. Complete a practicum experience during which you will work closely with an administrator mentor in a selected health care setting. Study to prepare for administrative or managerial positions and leadership roles in hospitals, community health settings, and long-term care facilities.Request More Information »

Kaplan University's Master of Science in Nursing-DNP Path allows you to study online and earn the credentials to pursue career advancement in administrative or advanced practice roles.* If you possess a bachelor’s degree and apply to the Doctor of Nursing Practice program, you must complete this program to move on to the Doctor of Nursing Practice. You can enhance your current practice expertise by choosing an executive leader, family nurse practitioner, or adult-gerontology nurse practitioner specialized pathway.Request More Information »

Focus on the principles of personnel management, policy development and implementation, budgeting, and the use of information technology in advanced nursing roles. Complete a practicum experience during which you will work closely with an administrator mentor in a selected health care setting. Study to prepare for administrative or managerial positions and leadership roles in hospitals, community health settings, and long-term care facilities.Request More Information »

Combine your current nursing skills with training in the safe, effective practice of primary care for the management of acute and chronic health problems of both adult and pediatric patients. As a student in this population focus area, you will participate in a clinical practice experience designed to provide you with an opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting.Request More Information »

Focus on developing courses and programs that integrate nursing philosophy. Examine the applications and both the ethical and legal issues related to the use of technology in teaching. Analyze assessment, measurement, and evaluation methods used in nursing education. Prepare for a faculty or educator role in colleges or schools of nursing, continuing education programs, staff development, clinical education, and patient and community education.* Explore strategies for developing effective educational experiences.Request More Information »

While a bachelor's degree may qualify you for many nursing positions, some nursing career paths require a master's degree. The Master of Science in Nursing at Kaplan University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.aacn.nche.edu/ccne-accreditation). The degree program allows you to study online and prepare for career advancement in administrative, informatics, faculty, or staff development roles. Students complete a practicum or clinical practice experience to bridge the classroom content to the practice setting, during which they work closely with a mentor in a selected health care setting. Specialized pathways include executive leader, nurse educator, informatics, adult-gerontology nurse practitioner, and family nurse practitioner.Request More Information »

Doctoral Degrees

Kaplan University’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses to thrive in today’s rapidly changing health care environment. With the shrinking number of primary care providers, the nursing shortage, and the increasing complexity of patient care, the field of nursing needs clinical experts and leaders with the highest level of scientific knowledge and expertise. To meet this need, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) has called for advanced practice nurses to hold doctoral degrees by 2015. The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Kaplan University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.aacn.nche.edu/ccne-accreditation).Request More Information »

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